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England is home to a wide range of pet industry businesses, from high street pet shops and regional chains to major manufacturers and distributors. Pet Gazette’s coverage spans commercial developments across the country — including shop openings and closures, wholesale operations, supply chain logistics, regional retail trends, and brand expansion strategies. We report on market dynamics affecting pet food, accessories, grooming, and health products, with a particular focus on how these trends impact pet retailers, importers, and wholesalers operating across England’s towns, cities, and rural communities.

  • Aug- 2021 -
    17 August
    ManufacturersPedigree Wholesale to stock GiGwi toys

    Pedigree Wholesale to stock GiGwi toys

    Pedigree Wholesale, one of the UK’s largest pet product wholesalers, has announced it will stock GiGwi toys – a range of dog toys.  GiGwi toys are “high-quality”, with most products in the collection made using Thermoplastic Rubber (TPR) for increased durability.  The range features a variety of plush toys, tug…

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  • Jul- 2021 -
    30 July
    CoronavirusOne in seven UK shops still remain vacant, BRC reveals

    One in seven UK shops still remain vacant, BRC reveals

    More than one in seven shops on UK high streets, retail parks and shopping centres are currently vacant, according to the latest data from the Local Data Company and the British Retail Consortium (BRC). The data revealed that fashion stores were amongst the “hardest hit” as customers primarily shifted to online shopping…

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  • 2 July
    Charities
    RSPCA launches ‘Cancel Out Cruelty’ campaign

    RSPCA launches ‘Cancel Out Cruelty’ campaign

    The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) has launched its ‘Cancel Out Cruelty’ campaign to tackle animal abuse. The campaign is in response to the charity receiving almost 100,000 reports of intentional harm to animals over the past five years. July has been the busiest month…

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  • Jun- 2021 -
    30 June
    Industry NewsiPET Network wins animal welfare award

    iPET Network wins animal welfare award

    iPET Network has been named Animal Welfare Organisation of the Year for Manchester and North West England at the national Corporate Livewire awards. The company revived the award at a Covid-safe presentation at Nunsmere Hall in Cheshire.  iPET Network designs qualifications with the “welfare of the animal in mind”, and…

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  • 16 June
    Economy
    UK inflation hits 2.1% as clothing prices rise

    UK inflation hits 2.1% as clothing prices rise

    Inflation in the UK rose to 2.1% in May, up from 1.5% in April, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This increase has been fuelled by an increase in consumer spending as the British public comes out of lockdown. Meanwhile, clothing prices jumped by…

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  • May- 2021 -
    26 May
    Government & LegislationBRC calls for increased protection as shop worker abuse jumps 7%

    BRC calls for increased protection as shop worker abuse jumps 7%

    The BRC is continuing to push the government for a “statutory offence” for assaulting, threatening, or abusing retail workers, after staff report on average 455 incidents of violence and abuse each day. A study, which was conducted by the group as part of its ‘2021 Retail Crime Survey’, showed that…

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  • 24 May
    ManufacturersMeatiful launches first ‘grain free’ sausage

    Meatiful launches first ‘grain free’ sausage

    Meatiful, a gourmet dog food brand, has launched its first “grain free” sausage – adding to its range of dog food offerings.  The product is made with 80% fresh meat, vitamins and minerals, and are hypoallergenic to help keep dogs “healthy”. The new grain free sausage is available in ‘Farm-Reared…

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  • 4 May
    ManufacturersUrban Pup launches Scotland FA branded football shirts and accessories for dogs

    Urban Pup launches Scotland FA branded football shirts and accessories for dogs

    Urban Pup has announced the launch of a new range of football shirts and accessories for football fan’s pets, endorsed by the Scotland FA.  The range includes a retro-styled dog football shirt, harness and collar and lead set in the team colours of Scotland, and the shirt is able to…

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  • Apr- 2021 -
    30 April
    Government & Legislation
    Animal abusers face tougher sentencing as Animal Welfare Bill passes

    Animal abusers face tougher sentencing as Animal Welfare Bill passes

    Animal abusers in England and Wales are set to face tougher sentences in the wake of a new law being passed. Yesterday (29 April), The Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Bill received Royal Assent and was passed into law. The bill increases the maximum sentencing under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 from…

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  • 15 April
    RetailersPostman Pooch launches PubGrub box for dogs

    Postman Pooch launches PubGrub box for dogs

    Postman Pooch has launched a PubGrub box for dogs that “allows your dogs to enjoy a bottle of pup-peroni, a bottle of dog-friendly wino and some sweet and savoury snacks while you sit and enjoy a fresh pint or glass of G&T in the sun”.  The new launch coincides with…

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